An opportunity has arisen for a highly capable, organised and values-driven business manager to strengthen the national arts and cultural development sector.
The ideal candidate has professional experience working with First Nations Peoples, cultures and communities, particularly in remote and regional environments.
This person will support our small team through its next phase of growth and evolution.
If you are passionate about managing the business of a dynamic arts company with national reach and impact, this role is for you. This position supports Tura’s executive partnership, which is made up of the Executive Producer/ Director (EP/D) and Artistic Director/CEO. The Business Development Manager reports directly to the EP/D.
Under the guidance of the executive partnership, the position requires engagement and communication with a range of First Nations collaborators and diverse stakeholders, contractors, service providers and partners across Australia.
The Business Manager position is central to Tura’s operations. This includes managing general business, cultural and operational governance, organisational plans, systems and compliance. This person will be responsible for financial reporting, grant development and funding acquittals, supporting human resources and the team’s project management and documentation of artistic programs.
Selection criteria
Essential
Proven business management experience in the community cultural development sector and/or the creative industries, including with First Nations artists and community organisations.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills with fellow employees, intercultural creatives, remote and regional community stakeholders, corporate leaders and government – at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
Highly developed strategic and analytical capacity, with the ability to develop practical and forward-thinking operational plans and solutions.
High-level computer skills, sound working knowledge of administrative procedures and practice and budget management.
Strong time-management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure.
Desirable
Knowledge, understanding of, and respect for, First Nations people and cultures, including cultural protocols and governance obligations including Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP).
A track record of using effective communication to contribute to a positive and productive team culture.
Tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience in both arts/business management/business development/project development.
Salary and category
Range of $100,000 - $110,000 + 11.5% superannuation
Fixed term contract (two years), with potential to extend. Six-month probation period.
HOW TO APPLY
Please email applications in one PDF document to recruitment@tura.com.au
The position description can be downloaded here.
Please include:
A one-page cover letter
A maximum of two pages to address selection criteria.
A two-page CV that includes contact details for two referees.
Preferential consideration will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants who meet the expected qualifications and experience.
Tura is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. Position enquiries to Tura Executive Producer / Director carly@tura.com.au or 0428 189 811.
Applications Close: Monday 17 March 5:00pm AWST
Tura acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and create. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. With solidarity and friendship we say thank you.
